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Bom Jesus, Brazil

Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil

Bom Jesus is a small city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 9,952. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,952 Population 193/sq mi density
331 ft Elevation 101 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
$1,450 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$1,450 median income

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About Bom Jesus

Bom Jesus

Bom Jesus is a municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Norte in the Northeast region of Brazil. With an area of 122.035 square kilometers (47.118 sq mi), of which 1.937 square kilometres (0.748 sq mi) is urban, it is located 47 km from Natal, the state capital, and 1,732 km from Brasília, the federal capital. Its population in the 2022 demographic census was 9,952 inhabitants, according to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), ranking as the 70th most populous municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.

People

Population9,952
Density193/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,450

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Population9,952
Population Density193 / sq mi
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates-5.9839°, -35.5814°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceRio Grande do Norte
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (656 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,450

About Bom Jesus

Bom Jesus is a small city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 9,952. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.

The median household income in Bom Jesus is $1,450, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 169 business establishments.

Income: Bom Jesus vs Brazil

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Income

Median HH Income$1,450
98% below Brazil avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)169

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bom Jesus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Brazil avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area51.7 sq mi (133.8 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates-5.9839°N, 35.5814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below Brazil avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.18"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 11, 2010.

Jan 11, 2010 2 km NW of Poço Branco, Brazil M4.3 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in
March 80°F (26°C) 5.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in Wettest
May 77°F (25°C) 5.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
November 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Bom Jesus has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Bom Jesus

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rádio Clock 94,1 FM adult, contemporany AAC 64 kbps
Ouvindo a Biblia MP3 64 kbps
Rádio Serrana Mix ecletic, ecletica MP3 128 kbps
Jovem Pan Natal entreterimento, esportes AAC+ 64 kbps
Rockett 97,7 rock MP3 128 kbps
Rádio Tradição Católica católica, cristã MP3 96 kbps
Rádio Rural de Natal 91.9 FM local news, mpb MP3 128 kbps
94 FM Natal | Rádio Cidade MP3 128 kbps
Rádio Cidade 94.3 FM Natal RN local news, mpb MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sepiol AAC 128 kbps
Jovem Pan FM - Vitória - ES - 100.1 contemporary hits radio, jovem AAC+ 128 kbps
Rádio 104 FM Natal RN mpb, pop music MP3 128 kbps
Rádio CBN Natal 91.1 FM AAC+ 64 kbps
97 FM Natal arrocha, forró MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bom Jesus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Memorial Mons. Expedito
Museu da Farinha
Solar Ferreiro Torto

Libraries in Bom Jesus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Bom Jesus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feira do Gado
Mercado Público
Mercado Público
Mercado Público Municipal

Hotels in Bom Jesus

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pousada Cajazeiras

Restaurants in Bom Jesus

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galinha Caipira da Elza
Queijaria do Paulo do Queijo
Recanto Paraibano
Sabores da Zefinha

Gas Stations in Bom Jesus

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #423925629
BR #423925630
BR #480520946

Shopping Malls in Bom Jesus

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BJ Mall

Gyms in Bom Jesus

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #5349924309
BR #554345873

Stadiums & Teams in Bom Jesus

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Airports Near Bom Jesus

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rio Grande do Norte/São Gonçalo do Amarante–Governador Aluízio Alves International AirportNATLarge Airport
Natal Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Campos de Melo AirportSmall Airport
Ceará Mirim AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Bebida Velha AirportSmall Airport
Jardim de Angicos AirportSmall Airport
Maxaranguape AirportSmall Airport
Pedro Simões Pimenta AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Senador Antônio Farias AirportSmall Airport
Severino Lopes AirportSmall Airport
Stratus Ale AirportSmall Airport
Tabuleiro AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Fortaleza

🇧🇷 About Brazil

Capital Brasilia
Population 209,469,333
Area 8,511,965 km²
GDP (USD) $2,191,131,869,706
GDP per capita $10,378
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 75.9 years
Internet users 84.2%
Urban population 87.6%
Currency BRL (Real)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +55
TLD .br
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Brazil

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Confraternização Universal
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 21 Tiradentes Dia de Tiradentes
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jul 9 Constitutionalist Revolution of 1932 Revolução Constitucionalista de 1932
Sep 7 Independence Day Dia da Independência
Oct 12 Our Lady of Aparecida Nossa Senhora Aparecida
Nov 2 All Souls' Day Dia de Finados
Nov 15 Republic Proclamation Day Proclamação da República
Nov 20 Black Awareness Day Dia da Consciência Negra
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bom Jesus

What is the population of Bom Jesus?

Bom Jesus has a population of 9,952 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 51.7 square miles.

Is Bom Jesus expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,450, 98% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Bom Jesus?

Bom Jesus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.

How is the job market in Bom Jesus?

There are 169 business establishments in the area.

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